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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#A331D8 — Amethyst
#A331D8 is a mid-tone saturated purple sitting at 281° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #A331D8
- f9f2fd
- e8cbf5
- d6a3ee
- c47ce6
- b354df
- a12dd7
- 8522b3
- 681b8c
- 4b1364
- 2d0c3d
- 100415
Color schemes using #A331D8
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#A331D8 FAQ
What color is #A331D8?
#A331D8 is a shade of amethyst in the purple family. It has a hue of 281 degrees, 68% saturation and 52% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #A331D8?
#A331D8 is rgb(163, 49, 216) in RGB, hsl(281, 68%, 52%) in HSL, and cmyk(25%, 77%, 0%, 15%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #A331D8?
White text on this background reaches 5.27:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.99:1.
What colors go well with #A331D8?
Its direct complement is #66D831. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #B9D831 and #31D850 gives you contrast without the vibration.